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Crimea to Launch Gambling Zone by 2023
The Investment Council of Crimea has supported the development of a gambling zone on its southern coast, with a total investment of more than €43 million. The project’s construction would begin this year and be completed by 2023.
A leading local investment company will push the project and director Denis Kozorez highlighted the development. He assures the new Crimea gambling zone would create over 250 jobs and have planned tax deductions worth €21 million.
Primorye has emerged in recent years as one of the gambling zones in Europe. Thus, the local government has been pushing for the development of more facilities and will likely feature at least 11 casinos by 2023.
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Stretch Network Partners with Vivaro.US to Enhance Poker Offerings
Stretch Network has officially announced a new strategic partnership with Vivaro. US, a social casino platform. This collaboration is designed to bring ingenious poker operations to a wider audience in the USA, reinforcing Stretch Network’s commitment to expanding its reach in the growing digital market.
Ruslan Bangert, Head of Stretch Network, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We’re thrilled to partner with Vivaro. US. This collaboration aligns with our goal to innovate and expand in the dynamic world of poker.
The partnership also marks an important milestone for Vivaro. US, allowing the platform to elevate its poker capabilities. Hovhannes Minasyan, COO of Vivaro. US, shared, “This collaboration with Stretch Network enables us to elevate our poker offerings and provide an even more immersive and secure environment for our players.”
“Our partnership with Stretch Network represents an important step in enhancing our poker capabilities and strengthening our platform’s offerings,” said Artak Basoyan, CEO at Vivaro. US.
With a growing presence in the USA through Vivaro. US, Stretch Network is well-positioned to deliver poker experiences to an even broader audience.
The collaboration is expected to drive player engagement and increase opportunities for both companies, highlighting Stretch Network’s ability to adapt and grow in a competitive digital entertainment market.
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SunBet Extends Online Betting Platform Contract with Bede Gaming Amid Record-Breaking Performance
SunBet Extends Online Betting Platform Contract with Bede Gaming Amid Record-Breaking Performance
Bede Gaming has secured a further contract extension with South African online sports betting brand SunBet, the digital arm of Sun International and one of the fastest growing operators in the SA online market.
The new contract renewal comes as SunBet reports record-breaking digital growth in its H1-24 performance report, including a 72% year-over-year (YoY) growth in revenue and 72% increase in active players, driving an 89% improvement in EBITDA.
As a leading supplier of software to the igaming industry, Bede has supported the ambitions of this customer with tailored features and services to achieve SunBet’s business objectives while delivering the highest cost efficiencies.
Since the launch of the SunBet Slots offering in 2022, Bede has provided various additional optimisations, including integrating 7 new game providers to SunBet.co.za, releasing enhancements to the existing Kambi Sportsbook integration functionality, and delivering bespoke training on product features such as Bede’s powerful rules engine and bonusing suite.
This year alone, Bede has partnered with SunBet’s operations to –
- Optimise environmental infrastructure, aiming to deliver run cost efficiencies that will reduce the total cost of ownership by 30% by the end of the year.
- Develop a bespoke aggregator tool to achieve cost-effective game content customisation via a streamlined South Africa-specific solution.
- Enter into the new regulated markets of Namibia and Botswana (due to launch in 2024).
Colin Cole-Johnson, Bede Chief Executive Officer.“It’s been fantastic to see SunBet grow throughout the course of our partnership, and I’m delighted by their commitment to Bede at this crucial point in their journey. Securing another extension on this contract is testament to our dedication to our customers.”
SunBet’s partnership with Bede dates back to 2017, when digital offerings to this market were restricted to sports betting and live casino. With the change to slot content regulation in the South African market in August 2022, SunBet has expanded its online offering through Bede’s platform environment and has seen substantial growth in revenue and performance as a result.
Simon Gregory, SunBet Chief Executive Officer Bede has been a strong long-term partner for us, supporting and delivering on SunBet’s growth ambitions with quality and expertise. I’m very much looking forward to these next steps, especially now as we approach new African expansions.”
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GAN Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results
GAN Limited reported its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024.
Seamus McGill, GAN’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “I couldn’t be more pleased with the progress our team members have made to deliver revenue growth while concurrently lowering our cost structure. Our top-line growth of 24% compared to the prior year was driven by B2B revenue growth of more than 60% while operating costs fell by nearly 10%. We remain focused on delivering a leading product offering for our US B2B clients and our international B2C business.”
Mr. McGill added: “In September, we recently received approval from the Nevada Gaming Commission for our planned merger with SEGASAMMY. We continue to work through the remaining regulatory requirements and anticipate a successful closing in early 2025.”
Third Quarter 2024 Compared to Third Quarter 2023
• Total revenue of $37.1 million increased 24% driven by an increase in the B2B segment.
• B2B segment revenue was $16.4 million versus $10.2 million. The increase was primarily due to an expansion of our B2B offerings in the state of Nevada and the recognition of revenue related to a partner exit in Michigan.
• B2C segment revenue was $20.7 million versus $19.6 million. Growth in Europe was driven by increased player activity, which was offset by reduced player activity and unfavorable exchange rates in Latin America.
• Operating expenses were $25.1 million versus $27.8 million. The decrease was primarily attributable to the Company’s overall reduction of compensation costs and reduced headcount realized as part of ongoing cost saving initiatives, as well as lower depreciation and amortization expenses as a result of intangible assets fully amortizing in the prior year.
• Net income of $2.1 million versus a net loss of $8.2 million improved primarily due to increased revenues and decreased operating expenses.
• Total segment contribution was $27.2 million versus $20.6 million, which was driven primarily by increased revenue in the B2B segment.
• Adjusted EBITDA was $5.4 million versus a loss of $2.5 million. The increase was driven by increased revenues and lower operating expenses resulting from the aforementioned factors.
• Cash was $36.5 million as of September 30, 2024, versus $36.9 million as of June 30, 2024.
• B2C Active Customers declined primarily driven by limited customer acquisition in Latin America.
• B2B Gross Operator Revenue totaled $610.4 million versus $424.1 million in the prior year quarter, a 44% increase. The increase was driven primarily by organic growth in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Ontario, and Connecticut.
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